If you were to ask me about the top three things one would need for survival, I’d say – water, food, and chapstick! A chapstick is not a mere fashion essential, rather a must-have in any woman’s toilette – whether 16 or 60. After all, if the eyes were the windows to the soul, rest assured, your lips are a straight peek at how well you take care of your body (well, at least on the outside :)).

P.S.- Did you know that psychologists have proven that both men and women take preliminary notice of a person’s attractiveness by looking at their lips? A visual sign of health and fertility, beautiful, healthy lips go a long way in upping your dating quotient!

Lips are among the most vulnerable and delicate parts of your body. The lack of sebaceous (sweat-producing) glands on the lips makes them prone to dryness and tear. And considering just the variety of functions they perform – eating, articulating, kissing – you’d be well advised to take excellent care of them at all times. And doing just that for you is Maybelline’s Baby Lips Lips Balm!

I’ve been using the Baby Lips lip balm for a while now (rite of passage for every high school girl in today’s world, if you ask me). They’re easily available in any drugstore or supermarket. But if you find yourselves too lazy to actually go out and get them, you can always buy them online. Keep reading the article to know more!

Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm Review

Description And Packaging

The good folks over at Maybelline have been pitching Baby Lips as ‘not just care, but repair’. Infused with SPF 20 for sun protection and carrying a mild fragrance, the product claims to give up to 8 hours of moisturization, thanks to their hydration restoring formula that not just moisturizes, but protects as well. Regular use of the same can help leave your lips feeling supple and renewed.

Of course, we’re going to talk about all of that shortly, but first things first. Coming to the packaging aspect of it, there is no other word to describe Maybelline’s lip balms other than cute. Available in a range of pop color cases, the containers are all plastic and lightweight, making them easy to carry. The retractable stick glides easily and is thus easy to use. Also, color coordinating the container with the shade of the balm inside is a fantastic idea as it helps with easy identification of the exact shade the customer might be looking for.

My Experience With Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm – Complete Review

In order for any chapstick to do its job, the product needs to have certain ingredients (as mentioned above). While one might think that in such a case buying any chapstick would give similar results, it is not so. Maybelline stands out with regards to its effectiveness and delivery. The chapstick is easy to use, glides on the lips smoothly, and is not heavy at all, which is a plus. It has a mild fruity fragrance and provides a subtle tint to the lips, which is a great solution for a casual summer day look, or a godsend for those amongst us that do not like the heavy duty pigmentation of lipsticks. It can also be used in combination with lipstick or lip gloss.

Besides, the chapstick does a good job with moisturization (you feel it right from the get-go), leaving your lips looking and feeling plump and rejuvenated. And while I personally feel that the 8 hours claim might be a stretch (especially when applied during the day), a light reapplication during a toilet or coffee break is enough to keep one going.

Also, note that while Maybelline claims to have an SPF of 20, it doesn’t say anything about UV protection. As it stands, Baby Lips doesn’t contain any active ingredient that provides UVA protection (most regular chapsticks don’t), which is possibly the only downer.

Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm Benefits

Instant moisturization

Mildly fragrant

Provides a subtle hint of color

SPF 20

Pros

Doesn’t feel very heavy on the lips

Easy to use and carry

Value for money

Cons

Lacks UVA protection

Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm Shades

The Maybelline Baby Lips are available in a range of different colors and shades. A few of our top picks amongst these would be:

2. Berry Blast

One of the most popular offerings from this range, the Berry Blast is an ideal companion for the woman who’d rather not deal with the hassle of multiple colors for multiple occasions. No fuss, no muss!

4. Candy Wow Raspberry (Candy Wow Collection)

Cherish your love for candy with this fun range of Maybelline’s Baby Lips lip balms. Ideal for women who don’t hold back when it comes to color, the glossy finish and vibrant shades in this range will have you lusting after the entire collection, right from the first swipe.

8. Fierce N Tangy (Electro Pop Range)

An eclectic range of neon colors, the Electro pop range promises ‘adult strength care’ for baby soft lips. Available in a range of exciting neon colors, this range is for the woman who is ready to embrace her individuality.

11. Minty Sheer (Electro Pop Range)

The Electro pop range promises ‘adult strength care’ for baby soft lips. Available in a range of exciting neon colors, this range is for the woman who is ready to embrace her individuality and has a quirky sense of style.

13. Orange (Candy Wow Collection)

Cherish your love for candy with this fun range of Maybelline’s Baby Lips lip balms. Ideal for women who don’t hold back when it comes to color, the glossy finish and vibrant shades in this range will have you lusting after the entire collection, right from the first swipe.

14. Peach Kiss

Just when you thought nudes were only a ‘lipstick thing’! Maybelline allows you the experience of a nude with their Peach Kiss lip balm. A decent choice for women who keep away from colors and/or want to cover pigmented lips.

20. Watermelon Smooth

Perfect for people looking for a clear lip balm. Can also double as a clear gloss to use on top of, or under, matte lips.

*Subject to Availability

How To Apply Maybelline Baby Lips Lip Balm

The Maybelline Baby Lips lip balm is a versatile product. It can be used as a regular lip balm, a lip tint that comes with SPF and moisturization, and in combination with lipsticks or lip gloss.

Start by applying your favorite shade of Maybelline’s Baby Lips lip balm at the center of your upper lip (right under the cupid’s bow), working your way towards the outer corners.

Follow the natural contours of your lips as you fill them in using the chapstick, taking care to remain within the lines (also known as the vermilion border).

Once done at the top, repeat the process with the bottom lip. If your lips are pigmented and you want the tint to show, you might want to get a couple of extra swipes in.

Pro tip- You can even use the Baby Lips lip balm as a base before applying any lipstick. Simply use the product as described on top and follow it up with the lipstick of your choice.

You may choose to reverse this process, and apply the Baby Lips lip balm on top of matte lips for a subtle sheen. The wide range of the Baby Lips lip balm colors is especially helpful when it comes to choosing just the right match.

Quantity

The Candy Wow variant, however, is a retractable, crayon-type slim tube that is of 2 gms.

Expiry Time

At a shelf life of 36 months from the date of manufacturing, Maybelline’s Baby Lips collection will definitely stick around for long.

Rating

4.5/5

Knocking half a star off because some users have found the product drying to their lips.

Will I Recommend It?

Yes.

As mentioned earlier, a chapstick is not a mere fashion requirement, but a necessity. And Maybelline makes this necessity fun by offering a versatile range of colors and shades, perfect to suit everybody’s needs.

Additionally, its SPF 20 and hydration formula will keep your lips protected from the heat and the wind.

Chapped lips? No more!

Considering the competitive world of online shopping, rest assured you can find great discounts on the retail price of these lip balms on various online marketplaces. My top picks for some good deals would be amazon.com, Flipkart, and Snapdeal. Nykaa is a good option as well, but doesn’t always have stock of some of the more unusual colors. However, if you’re not into online shopping, your neighborhood drugstore or supermarket will do just as well (note that you might have to purchase them at the retail price though, no discounts).

Maybelline has definitely done a good job with this fantastic range of lip balms. In terms of colors, shades, packaging, and price, the Baby Lips range definitely does stand out. I personally like that there’s something for everybody – whether you’re a no lipstick/lip tint kinda girl, don’t mind a dash of color on your lips, or want to go all out with their Electropop range. The sun protection and hydration formula are a touch better than their competitors in this range too.

Considering all of this, what more could one want? Get out there and grab some for yourself for those baby soft lips. You may thank them later.